Chongjin Population 2026
Chongjin has a population of 327,000, making it the #8 biggest city in 🇰🇵 North Korea, located in North Hamgyong. Roughly 1.2% of North Korea's population lives here. It is about 9.9× smaller than Pyongyang, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
327,000
Rank in North Korea
#8
Coordinates
41.80°N, 129.78°E
~5 m elevation · Asia/Pyongyang
Distance to capital (Pyongyang)
458 km
284 miles, straight line
Other big cities in North Hamgyong
| City | Population | Rank in North Korea |
|---|---|---|
| Hwasŏng | 99,557 | #30 |
| Myŏnggan-dong | 99,557 | #31 |
| Ŭndŏk | 89,244 | #35 |
| Ŏrang | 87,757 | #36 |
| Hwadae | 67,677 | #42 |
| Namyang-nodongjagu | 65,956 | #44 |
| Myŏngch’ŏn | 65,797 | #45 |
| Kilju | 63,652 | #48 |
Cities near Chongjin
- Puryŏng-ŭp48,958 people · ~30 km away
- Ŏrang87,757 people · ~40 km away
- Hwasŏng99,557 people · ~65 km away
- Yŏnsa-ŭp37,876 people · ~65 km away
- Rajin66,224 people · ~66 km away
- Myŏnggan-dong99,557 people · ~77 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Chongjin?
Chongjin has a population of 327,000 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #8 biggest city in North Korea.
What region is Chongjin in?
Chongjin is located in North Hamgyong, North Korea.
Is Chongjin the capital of North Korea?
No, the capital of North Korea is Pyongyang, about 458 km away.
Sources & notes
Population refers to the city proper (municipal boundaries), not the metropolitan area. Source: GeoNames (CC BY 4.0), retrieved 2026-07-07. Country data: UN World Population Prospects 2024.
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